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AO05 FOT

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

49,931 mi
Last recorded49,931 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 FOT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 49,931 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 48,888 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 48,757 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 48,564 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 47,972 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 46,306 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 46,306 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 43,965 miles

windscreen wipers are starting to smear advise replacement

Pass 17 Dec 2018 42,585 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 41,075 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 41,073 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 39,615 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 38,017 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 38,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 35,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 32,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 29,981 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 26,790 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 26,790 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 23,264 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 19,841 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 16,650 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 13,658 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lupo?

Based on 505,381 MOT tests across 29,587 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,435
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
29,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,119
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 11,194
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,807
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 9,803
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 8,750
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AO05 FOT is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 49,651 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lupo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO05 FOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lupo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO05 FOT registered?

AO05 FOT is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is AO05 FOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 FOT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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